Amazon has trimmed $250 off every 2026 16‑inch MacBook Pro on its May sale, pushing the entry‑level model to a fresh low of $2,449. Buyers can choose between the M5 Pro chip, which offers an 18‑core CPU and 20‑core GPU, or the beefier M5 Max with up to a 40‑core GPU and 48 GB of RAM. All configurations ship with Apple’s N1 Wi‑Fi 7/ Bluetooth 6 module.

The discount applies uniformly across the 16‑inch line, shaving $250 from the M5 Pro 24‑GB/1‑TB model priced at $2,849 and from the top‑tier M5 Max 48‑GB/2‑TB configuration that now lists for $4,149. Amazon also lists 14‑inch variants with $200‑$237 cuts, but the 16‑inch markdowns remain the deepest, offering triple‑digit savings for power users, making it an attractive option for developers and video editors alike.

For shoppers, the Amazon price point undercuts Apple’s direct‑to‑consumer rates by roughly ten percent, tightening margins in an already competitive laptop market. Retailers that rely on Apple’s standard pricing may feel pressure to match or exceed the discount, while consumers gain a rare opportunity to snag a flagship MacBook Pro without waiting for seasonal clearance. The deal nudges buyers to consider Amazon as a procurement channel.